MT EMPIRE INC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: MTE TRANSPORTATION

4740 N CUMBERLAND AVE #103, CHICAGO, IL, 60656|(847) 565-8721

USDOT

2594075

MC Number

910300

Fleet Size

1

Total Drivers

1

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

MT EMPIRE INC is a small intrastate only (non-hazmat) motor carrier based in CHICAGO, Illinois, operating 1 power unit with 1 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 3.3% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 30 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
88%
HOS / Fatigue
82%
👤Driver Fitness
89%
Controlled Substances
24%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
88%

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate3.3%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate69.2%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Illinois is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.0% across 49,579 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Intrastate Only (Non-Hazmat)
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

30

Total

70%

Driver %

Driver Inspections30
Vehicle Inspections13
Driver OOS Rate3.3%
Vehicle OOS Rate69.2%

Crash history

4

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes2
Tow Crashes4

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Frequently asked questions

Is MT EMPIRE INC authorized to operate?

Yes. MT EMPIRE INC (USDOT #2594075) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an intrastate only (non-hazmat) carrier.

What is MT EMPIRE INC's safety record?

MT EMPIRE INC has 4 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does MT EMPIRE INC operate?

MT EMPIRE INC operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does MT EMPIRE INC transport hazardous materials?

No. MT EMPIRE INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is MT EMPIRE INC located?

MT EMPIRE INC is based in CHICAGO, Illinois at 4740 N CUMBERLAND AVE #103, 60656. Phone: (847) 565-8721.

What are MT EMPIRE INC's out-of-service rates?

MT EMPIRE INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 69.2% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.